Steffisburg is a small town (population 14400), located in pre-Alpine landscape at the gateway to Switzerland's beautiful Bernese Oberland. Cosy country guesthouses and rustic restaurants invite the traveler to linger longer in this serene and scenic setting. The region's wealth of natural beauty is characterized by the wild but romantic river Zulg. A popular summer attraction is the open-air swimming pool. The region is also a paradise for hikers, with its picturesque pastures and wonderful woodland. Steffisburg is situated close to the larger town of Thun and lovely Lake Thun. Its privileged position near the Bernese Oberland opens up a wide choice of excursion opportunities and other holiday attractions from sport to culture.